Screening of older patients for atrial fibrillation in general practice: Current evidence and its implications for future practice.
CONCLUSIONS: It was determined that improved detection and diagnosis of AF, combined with appropriate anticoagulation strategies, will be crucial for improving stroke prevention and reducing its associated social and economic costs.
PMID: 29034749 [PubMed - in process]
Source: European Journal of General Practice - Category: Primary Care Tags: Eur J Gen Pract Source Type: research
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